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The Gate

6.119871h 26mPG-13MovieHorrorFantasy

Three young children accidentally release a horde of nasty, pint-sized demons from a hole in a suburban backyard. What follows is a classic battle between good and evil as the three kids struggle to overcome a nightmarish hell that is literally taking over the Earth.

DirectorTibor Takács
WriterMichael Nankin
ProducerJohn Kemeny

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Cast · Directed by Tibor Takács

SDStephen Dorff
Stephen Dorff
Glen
CDChrista Denton
Christa Denton
Al
LTLouis Tripp
Louis Tripp
Terrence "Terry" Chandler
KRKelly Rowan
Kelly Rowan
Lori Lee
JIJennifer Irwin
Jennifer Irwin
Linda Lee
DGDeborah Grover
Deborah Grover
Mom
IVIngrid Veninger
Ingrid Veninger
Paula
LGLinda Goranson
Linda Goranson
Terry's Mom
SD
Scot Denton
Dad
SF
Sean Fagan
Eric
CK
Carl Kraines
Workman
AG
Andrew Gunn
Brad

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The Gate — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Gate?

The Gate is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Philo and Kanopy in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Gate on Netflix?

No, The Gate is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Philo.

Is The Gate on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The Gate is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of October 2026.

Where can I watch The Gate for free?

The Gate is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and The CW in United States.

Is there a sequel to The Gate?

Yes — The Gate is followed by Gate II (1990) in the Gate Collection.

Is there a prequel to The Gate?

The Gate is the first film in the Gate Collection.

Is The Gate part of a trilogy?

No — The Gate is part of the Gate Collection, which has 2 films.

How many movies are in the Gate Collection?

There are 2 films in the Gate Collection: The Gate (1987) and Gate II (1990).